ICT Adoption by Micro and Small Scale Enterprises in Nigeria: A Case Study of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja

25 Pages Posted: 13 Apr 2017 Last revised: 1 May 2017

Date Written: April 12, 2017

Abstract

The study investigates the determinants of ICT adoption by MSEs using a primary data analysis in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria. The study adopted the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and Technological Organizational Environment (TOE) framework. The data for the study were gathered using the convenience and purposive sampling technique through a well structured questionnaire. The study strengthens the empirical knowledge on the usage level of ICT system and software among MSEs and likewise establishes that competitive pressure, government support, employer’s skill and knowledge influence the adoption of ICT by MSEs in the Nigeria. The study recommends that in line with national ICT policy, government should ensure efforts are geared towards the attainment of full ICT adoption by MSEs in Nigeria.

Keywords: ICT adoption, MSEs, Primary data, Nigeria

JEL Classification: D83, L21, C55

Suggested Citation

Hassan, Hannatu and Ogundipe, Adeyemi, ICT Adoption by Micro and Small Scale Enterprises in Nigeria: A Case Study of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja (April 12, 2017). Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2951901 or http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.2951901

Hannatu Hassan

Covenant University ( email )

P.M.B. 1023
Km 10 Idiroko road
Ota, Ogun State 234
Nigeria

Adeyemi Ogundipe (Contact Author)

Covenant University ( email )

Canaanland
Km 10 Idiroko road
Ota, 24001
Nigeria
+2348161927372 (Phone)

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